I really want too get some contacts, but neither my family nor I have insurance. What are some places that have cheaper offers? I already went to Walmart, and though they had specials on contacts, the eye exam was over $100.
2007-08-17 15:10:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Insurance
Many large chains (wal-Mart, Pearle, Vision Source, etc.) will charge a flat, non-negotiable rate for the contact lense exam, but will price-match with their competitors for the lenses. You could even call 1-800-CONTACTS and request a price list. Most will match against the mail order companies, as well.
2007-08-21 14:31:27 · answer #1 · answered by MsMiss 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well my husband's work provides him with one of those vision cards anyone can get its only like $10/mo and after 3 months you can start using it. He's already used it for glasses, contacts, eye exam, etc. Glasses were free, contacts were like $15 for 3 mo supplu and the exam was i think free or a copay of $20 can't remember. Very worth it.
Just google "vision plans" and look over the benefits.
2007-08-17 15:18:17 · answer #2 · answered by Kristine R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a For Eyes in your area, that is the best bet. Their have very reasonably priced exams (I forget how much, bet definitely less than $100.) Ther contacts and glasses are also inexpensive. There's also America's Best, but they have hidden costs that you don't find out about until you are getting your final bill, and they don't explain much to you unless you ask about care and followup appointments and such. I would not recommend going there.
2007-08-17 15:17:01 · answer #3 · answered by julz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, eye exams are like that.
Try Sam's Club. You don't have to be a member, but it's cheaper than Walmart.
If it makes you feel better, the best vision insurance doesn't pay very much towards contacts, anyway.
2007-08-18 02:52:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Costcos with a vision center actually have eye exams for about 50 bucks.
2007-08-17 15:14:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if you have a clear vision in your area but I don't have eye insurance either and I go there and you get a major discount when you bring in can foods or some sort of donations
2007-08-17 15:21:05 · answer #6 · answered by kikeigh757 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pick up the phone book and start calling eye doctors in your area. Explain that you're a cash customer, and that you can't afford much - right now. You should hint that you'll be a very wealthy customer of theirs for life though, and right now, you're an investment in their future.
2007-08-17 15:15:06 · answer #7 · answered by Stuart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋